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Seattle News Tonight for Thursday, 7/31

A new memo from the Secretary of Agriculture details a plan that would close regional U.S. Forest Service officers in charge of the northwest.

Watershed returns to the Gorge this weekend, featuring some of the country music acts out there, like Tiera Kennedy, nominated for her first BET award for her work on Beyonce's "BLACKBIRD" single.

The Blue Angels held practice runs over Seattle in preparation for their official performances at the 2025 Seafair Air Show.

A jury found a Lacey father and mother not guilty in an attempted "honor killing" attack on their daughter, but are guilty of other charges.

The Seattle Seahawks are bringing back the fullback position in their new offense, aiming for a more effective running game.

A bizarre attempt to tow a car in University Place resulted in a business being severely damaged and the vehicle's front end being crushed. After multiple failed attempts, which were captured on surveillance video, the driver and a passenger fled the scene, and police are now investigating the incident as a hit-and-run.

The City of Seattle has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging the federal government is unlawfully threatening to withhold $370 million in federal funding.

A federal court is hearing arguments on the legality of President Donald Trump's tariffs, just hours before new tariff hikes are set to take effect for countries without trade deals. The legal battle unfolds as the administration continues trade talks with nations like Canada, Mexico and China.

A man accused of murder in a Tukwila Costco parking lot pleaded not guilty in court as the victim's daughter spoke, requesting the suspect's face not be hidden from the public. Salman Haji, who was captured in Kenya more than a year after the crime, faces first-degree murder and other charges.

Experts from cybersecurity firms are sounding the alarm on deepfake scams, which use AI to create convincing fake videos and audio clips that are happening now and can be used to defraud people or spread misinformation.

The Seattle Mariners made several moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline, including reacquiring fan-favorite Eugenio Suarez. The team also acquired first baseman Josh Naylor and lefty reliever Caleb Ferguson as they battle for a wild-card spot.

A 28-year-old man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with the shooting of Jawan Williams at the Northgate Transit Center. The suspect is being held on $5 million bail at the King County Jail.

Seattle investigators are offering a reward for information as they search for a possible arsonist responsible for multiple fires in South Seattle. The fires, including one that caused $300,000 in damage to a historic funeral home, have prompted a joint investigation by the Seattle police and fire departments.